Austin/Houston Employment Trial Lawyer Rachel Bethel
Seasonal and temporary employment are quite common. Once the season or the assignment ends, however, a seasonal or temporary employee might wonder: am I eligible for unemployment until I can find my next job?
In our fantastically diverse world, understanding and accommodating various religious practices is essential for fostering inclusivity and respect within communities, workplaces, and society as a whole. One such practice deserving attention and accommodation is Ramadan, a sacred month observed by
Austin Employment Trial Lawyer Colin Walsh
One of the elements of every retaliation claim is that there must be a “causal link” between the employee’s protected activity and the adverse action. In previous blogs I have talked about the standard
Austin/Houston Employment Trial Lawyer Rachel Bethel
A category of discrimination that does not yet have federal protection is discrimination on the basis of weight. Weight discrimination in the workplace is quite prevalent but remains unprotected nearly everywhere in the U.S.
Science indicates a problem – a HUGE problem – but big businesses, making big money, could not care less. Why should they when the law and the courts don’t hold them accountable? It is a system that is broken, and
Houston Employment Trial Lawyer Paige Melendez
Valentine’s Day is a tricky day in the office. It’s a day that is about celebrating love when the office is often expressly not. This then makes the question “how can I safely celebrate”
Houston Employment Trial Lawyer Shaleigha Shepard
Typically, employers are not obligated to offer severance benefits unless there’s a prior commitment, outlined in a written policy or employment agreement. In most cases, severance pay agreements fall within the discretionary realm of
Austin/Houston Employment Trial Lawyer Rachel Bethel
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is vital in protecting employees who need time off for medical or family-related reasons. Unfortunately, despite the safeguards provided by the FMLA, employees remain exposed to employers’
Houston Employment Trial Lawyer Marcos De Hoyos
In recent years, there has been a growing awareness and recognition of mental health issues in the workplace. As individuals strive to balance professional responsibilities with personal well-being, it becomes essential to understand
Houston Employment Trial Lawyer Paige Melendez
It’s a new year and that comes with new laws going into effect in Texas. Of particular note, is the law that Governor Abbott signed in November 2023 expanding a prior law that prohibited